Riverside East
John Redmond Reservoir — riverside, fishing, hiking
Location: BURLINGTON, KS, KS
Price: From $20 per night
Price range: $20–$25 per night
Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (96 reviews)
Season: May through October
Riverside East Campground is located on the east bank of the Neosho River in the hills of Kansas. This 168-acre park is part of the John Redmond Reservoir and offers countless water sports and activities for outdoor enthusiasts. Riverside East Campground features 41 reservable campsites, along with two large picnic shelters that make the area ideal for large parties or family functions.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Fishing
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Riverside East offers scenic camping directly on the Neosho River with clean facilities and a peaceful, secluded atmosphere. The 168-acre park provides excellent fishing opportunities in John Redmond Reservoir and access to hiking trails.
Wildlife alert: Expect to see White-footed Mouse, Hispid Cotton Rat, Ring-billed Gull, American Herring Gull, Glaucous Gull, Cassiar Junco, and Pond Slider in the area.
Insider tips for Riverside East: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with limited availability Bring a self-contained RV or plan for tent camping, as most sites have no hookups Plan arrival by 4 p.m. check-in time; the riverside location fills quickly on weekends
Skip Riverside East if: You require RV hookups — no water or electric hookups at most sites. You need year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only. You prefer spontaneous visits — early booking is necessary.
Best time to visit Riverside East: September-October — Fall camping offers beautiful scenery with clean conditions and comfortable weather. May-June — Early season offers good fishing opportunities as campground opens May through October.
Nearby campgrounds: Riverside West (BURLINGTON, KS), Dam Site (BURLINGTON, KS), Arrow Rock (Lebo, KS), Coeur D’Alene (MELVERN, KS).
Cell Phone Coverage at Riverside East
Cell signal at Riverside East (BURLINGTON, KS): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage · Verizon 5G: 100%
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- T-Mobile 4G LTE: 100% coverage
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
Riverside East Campground is located on the east bank of the Neosho River in the hills of Kansas. This 168-acre park is part of the John Redmond Reservoir and offers countless water sports and activities for outdoor enthusiasts. Riverside East Campground features 41 reservable campsites, along with two large picnic shelters that make the area ideal for large parties or family functions.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedStraight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a popular federal campground with limited availability
Bring a self-contained RV or plan for tent camping, as most sites have no hookups
Plan arrival by 4 p.m. check-in time; the riverside location fills quickly on weekends
Fall camping offers beautiful scenery with clean conditions and comfortable weather
Early season offers good fishing opportunities as campground opens May through October
Things to do nearby
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LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.
Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Burlington, Kansas, take US 75 north for about 3.5 miles, then turn west onto Embankment Road and continue for 1.5 miles and follow signs to park entrance.
Campground entrance
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#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — John Redmond Reservoir fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at John Redmond Reservoir before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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